Category Archives: Divorce

Divorce and Taxation

Posted on April 22, 2012 by glmain

If you are involved in or considering a divorce, there are certain steps you want to take to minimize the tax consequences of the divorce. Continue reading →

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What Are the Basic Grounds for Divorce in Texas?

Posted on April 5, 2012 by glmain

Is your marriage beyond repair? Have you decided that it’s time to stop the constant bickering, get a divorce and move forward with your life? Do you have to have a specific reason for seeking a divorce? Continue reading →

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Divorce in Texas – Alternatives to Litigation

Posted on March 20, 2012 by glmain

Whether your marriage is in trouble and you are considering divorce, or your divorce is final, disputes can still arise. You can always take your differences to court, but the legal process can be time-consuming and expensive. In addition, the adversarial nature of litigation can make it difficult to maintain the type of relationship that is most beneficial to your minor children. Fortunately, there are alternative means of dispute resolution that allow you to find mutually beneficial ways to resolve your differences, ways that minimize your costs and help you foster a positive relationship. This blog post highlights two of those approaches: divorce mediation and the collaborative approach to divorce. Continue reading →

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Separation and the Divorce Process in Texas

Posted on March 7, 2012 by glmain

In some states, you may seek legal separation without filing for divorce. There may be good reasons to do so, including access to health and other insurance benefits. The state of Texas has no provision for legal separation. Continue reading →

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Divorce and Remarriage in Texas

Posted on February 1, 2012 by glmain

Are you considering getting remarried in Texas? Have you heard that there are restrictions about how soon you can remarry? Continue reading →

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Fathers and Divorce in Texas

Posted on December 12, 2011 by glmain

In a divorce, fathers are often given short shrift and do not realize that they have custody rights. Despite the trend in recent years of granting joint custody to parents, the family courts often display more sympathy towards the mother. … Continue reading →

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Infidelity and divorce-how it effects your case

Posted on December 11, 2011 by glmain

Like most states, Texas provides for no-fault divorce on the ground of incompatibility and/or irreconcilable differences. However, Texas divorce law also provides for fault-based grounds: Mental cruelty Adultery Imprisonment or conviction of a felony Abandonment Living separate and apart Insanity … Continue reading →

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Estate Planning and Divorce

Posted on December 5, 2011 by glmain

Frisco, Texas Estate Planning & Divorce Lawyers When couples decide to divorce, it might not initially occur to them to re-evaluate their estate plan. For example, if you have a simple will or healthcare directive granting power of attorney to … Continue reading →

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Domestic Violence and Divorce in Texas

Posted on October 24, 2011 by glmain

The term domestic violence covers a range of behaviors including: Intimidation Threats of physical harm Coercion Physical or sexual abuse If you have been a victim of domestic violence you have legal options available to protect you and your children. … Continue reading →

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First Steps in Divorce Mediation in Texas

Posted on October 10, 2011 by glmain

Divorce mediation is a settlement process in which the ex spouses meet with a neutral third party – the mediator – to resolve the contested issues in a private meeting or series of meetings. Typically the mediation is conducted through … Continue reading →

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